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- How to have an eco-friendly picnic Thu, 18 Jun 20, 12:30amSummer is just around the corner, and that means it’s picnic season. But a picnic with juice boxes and individually wrapped treats creates a lot of waste that only contributes to the growing plastic crisis. Have an eco-friendly...
- Where to order vegetable seeds online Fri, 3 Apr 20, 4:30amMy grandfather always liked to garden, but he ramped up his vegetable production during World War II. Many folks at the time grew what they called “victory gardens” to supplement food shortages and ration cards. Nowadays,...
- How to grow your own pumpkins Sat, 5 Oct 19, 4:30amFall is the time of year when we pull out the sweaters and boots, add a jacket to our attire and immerse ourselves in all things pumpkin. From creamer to donuts to home decor, pumpkins represent autumn from when the first...
- The sustainable wardrobe: its more accessible than you think Wed, 30 Jan 19, 3:30amWhen it comes to making sure our homes are eco-friendly, it is easy to neglect the closet. Your clothes, however, might just be the biggest culprit. All those synthetic fabrics will take over 200 years to fully decompose,...
- 6 Surprising uses for garlic you probably didnt know about Thu, 17 Aug 17, 11:59pmIt's garlic harvesting season, and those glorious, aromatic bulbs are now adorning farmer's market stalls just about everywhere. Garlic isn't just good for flavoring bread and warding off vampires: it has many great uses...
- A color guide to the best plants for dyeing fabric and fibers naturally Thu, 10 Aug 17, 10:00pmPeople have been dyeing fabric and fibers with plants for thousands of years, and you can too! In fact, chances are that you have plenty of plant material in your garden, refrigerator, and pantry to do just that...
- DIY: How to make your own natural deodorant at home Mon, 31 Jul 17, 10:50pmDid you know you can make your own deodorant? It's not difficult, and you can save money over buying pricey natural deodorants. Best of all, you can mix and match essential oils to create a scent that you really love (or...
- 6 delicious plants you can forage in your local urban park VIDEO Sun, 7 Aug 16, 3:40amMany of us are completely unaware of the delicious edible plants that surround us, especially in urban environments, but did you know that there are a multitude of tasty plant species right in your own neighborhood park?...
- 6 innovative ways to harvest and harness rainwater Tue, 12 Jul 16, 12:21am1. Install Rain Barrels A rain barrel is perhaps the most straightforward way to harvest water on-site. Any household with outdoor space can install a rainwater catchment system that fills a barrel with water that can then...
- How to avoid being duped by fake “faux fur” made from real dead animals Fri, 25 Mar 16, 5:51amHow to avoid being duped and spot real fur masquerading as faux Faux – it’s French for fake, or wrong, or even counterfeit. It’s also universally accepted in English as a chicer, Frencher alternative to these words,...
- 6 foods you can easily grow from kitchen scraps Fri, 25 Mar 16, 2:05amSo you’re a proud locavore or maybe you’re interested in reducing your monthly grocery expenditure. If you’ve already watched our video on how to regrow scallions, or followed our tutorial on how to grow an avocado...
- How to make an amazing grass daybed out of wood pallets Wed, 10 Feb 16, 2:01amRelated: Via Contemporist
- How to make an amazing outdoor grass daybed out of wood pallets Wed, 10 Feb 16, 2:01amRelated: Via Contemporist
- DIY garden guru makes outdoor grass daybed out of wood pallets Wed, 10 Feb 16, 2:01amRelated: Via Contemporist
- 6 tasty vegetarian Super Bowl snacks that will fool carnivores Wed, 3 Feb 16, 5:30amLOW FAT MEXIDIP Dip your chips in your own creamy, fresh and fat free Mexican-inspired dip. Use versatile fat free Greek yogurt, and combine in your food processor with a red pepper, purple onion, a bunch of chopped cilantro,...